When the Apostle Paul pleaded for God to remove his “thorn in the flesh,” God’s response wasn’t what he expected—it was better. In this episode, we explore 2 Corinthians 12:7–10 and the powerful truth that God’s grace is not only enough to carry us, but His power shines brightest when we are at our weakest.

As someone living with chronic illness, I understand the longing for healing and the frustration of unanswered prayers. But like Paul, I’m learning what it means to rely on God’s strength instead of my own—and how to find true contentment even in suffering.

We’ll talk about:

1. The reality of living with a “thorn”
2. Why God sometimes says “My grace is sufficient” instead of “Yes”
3. Practical steps to becoming content in your illness
4. The paradox of weakness and strength
5. How to root your joy in Christ, not in your circumstances

If you’ve ever wondered how to trust God with your pain and still live with purpose, this conversation will remind you—you are not alone, and your weakness is the very place where His power is made perfect.

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Can chronic illness steal your joy? It might feel like it—especially when your days are filled with pain, fatigue, and unanswered questions. In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal reflection on what it means to grieve the version of ourselves we used to be… and how Jesus meets us in that grief.

We’re not just talking about finding joy—we’re talking about how Jesus IS joy. And because He doesn’t change, neither does our access to real, lasting joy—even in our hardest seasons.

If you’ve ever looked at your life and wondered where your joy went, this one’s for you. You are not your diagnosis. You are not forgotten. And your suffering is not the end of your story.

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In this deeply personal episode, Shelby opens up about how PCOS and endometriosis impacted the way she saw herself as a woman. From infertility fears to body image struggles and internal guilt, she shares the honest journey of wrestling with what it means to be “enough.”

With raw vulnerability and gentle encouragement, Shelby walks through how God used love, community, and grace to reshape her identity—not around her diagnosis, but around her purpose.

If you’ve ever felt less than because of your health, this episode will remind you:

You are not broken. You are not disqualified. You are fearfully and wonderfully made.

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